WhatsApp is working on a bunch of new updates for its app for Microsoft Windows. The app, owned by Meta, has reportedly started testing one of the most anticipated features, which allows users to share their screen during a video call. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is testing a screen-sharing option during video calls, similar to what Microsoft Teams and Google Meet already offer.
The publication reveals that the latest update for WhatsApp on Windows, version 2.2322.1.0, available on the Microsoft Store, is compatible with this new feature. Users who have enrolled themselves as beta testers of the WhatsApp for Windows app can experiment and test the new feature while making video calls through the screen-sharing option. With screen-sharing, WhatsApp will allow the host to display the content on their screen to others.
The screen sharing feature was earlier reported to be available for WhatsApp for Android beta with Android 2.23.11.19 update. Once done with beta testing, the platform will roll out the feature for a wider audience with future updates.
Earlier, WABetaInfo also shared a screenshot demonstrating how the new screen sharing feature on WhatsApp will work. According to the screenshots, once the feature becomes available, users will be able to share the content of their screen by selecting the corresponding option from the video call control panel.
Upon selecting this option, users will be prompted to choose between sharing a specific window or the entire contents of their screen with everyone connected to the video call. It’s important to note that this feature will only enable users to share their screen with others, including those who are connected to the call from their mobile devices, if they initiate the video call using the Windows app.
